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Party Fish and Chip Van in Stodmarsh
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Stodmarsh.
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Family celebrations after a christening
Fresh fish and chips in Stodmarsh
Space, access and the venue
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Stodmarsh
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
Party fish and chip van in Stodmarsh, cooked to order
The van can park on a drive, a hardstanding or a firm lawn, with the serving hatch towards the garden. Popular choices include sausage and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for garden get-togethers and retirement parties.
In a small place like Stodmarsh, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the route. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
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Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
- How easy the site is to reach
- The day of the week
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. A short menu is often the best value.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people, including children
Send us the date, the address or CT3 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Takeaway run or book a van?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the party.
Perfect for your party in Stodmarsh
You do not need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Stodmarsh and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Leaving parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Summer garden parties
- Naming days and christenings
For party guests on the train, the nearest station is Sturry station, about 2.6 miles west.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether there’s a minimum
- How much space the van takes up
- What happens if plans change
- VAT, if it applies
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Stodmarsh questions
What about events near the coast?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do you come out to small places like Stodmarsh?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
Do you cover Stodmarsh?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Stodmarsh is within our area and the rest of Kent. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, where the council allows it. Start the road closure application early.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
For event organisers in Stodmarsh
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
How it works
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, which we agree with you beforehand. Autumn and winter parties in Stodmarsh get dark early: about 7:00pm in late September and 3:50pm in December, so think about lighting by the van.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you’re ready: use our quote form.
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Planning for dietary needs
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To look after them:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Count children separately
- Send us a photo of the drive
- Ensure the van can park legally
We park on the agreed spot and set up, then serve as guests come up.
A few lights around the van look great.
Planning a party in Stodmarsh
Stodmarsh is about 5 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. People in Stodmarsh book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Stodmarsh is one of 922 places in Kent we cover.
A green space like Grove Ferry Picnic Area is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, normally the council’s. Among the historic houses close to Stodmarsh are Goodnestone Park (4.4 miles south-east). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. The coast is within about 6 miles, so a chip van is a natural choice, and we always plan for wind.
We serve parties across CT3 and the streets around it. Other places close to Stodmarsh we cover include Hersden (1 mile north-west), Westbere (2 miles west), Hollow Street (2 miles north), Hoath (2 miles north) and Chislet (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (5 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles east) and Broadstairs (12 miles east).
A little further out are St Martins Hospital (3.6 miles south-west) and Canterbury Castle (4.9 miles west). Within reach you will find West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Schools near Stodmarsh include Spires Academy (1.6 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Red Lion pub (under half a mile east)
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch